Whirlpool WED4985EW installation instructions W10848819 RevA

Brand: Whirlpool

Model: WED4985EW

Category: Electric laundry dryers

Type: installation instructions W10848819 RevA

W10848819A

W10848822A-SP

Table of Contents

DRYER SAFETY ..........................................................................2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ..............................................4

Tools and Parts .................................................................... 4

Location Requirements ......................................................5

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS – U.S.A. ONLY

(SPÉCIFICATIONS ÉLECTRIQUES – ÉTATS-UNIS

SEULEMENT) ..............................................................................7

Electrical Requirements .....................................................7

ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP – CANADA ONLY ......... 8

Electrical Requirements .....................................................8

GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP – U.S.A. AND CANADA ..........8

Electrical Requirements .....................................................8

Gas Supply Requirements ..................................................9

INSTALL LEVELING LEGS ........................................................10

MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION – U.S.A. ONLY

(EFFECTUER LE RACCORDEMENT ÉLECTRIQUE –

ÉTATS-UNIS SEULEMENT) ......................................................11

Electrical Connection Options .........................................11

Power Supply Cord Connection.......................................12

Direct Wire Connection.....................................................13

MAKE GAS CONNECTION ....................................................... 16

VENTING ....................................................................................17

Venting Requirements .......................................................17

Plan Vent System ...............................................................18

Venting Kits ........................................................................ 18

INSTALL VENT SYSTEM ..........................................................19

CONNECT VENT .......................................................................20

LEVEL DRYER ........................................................................... 20

COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ...............................21

REVERSE DOOR SWING (OPTIONAL) ....................................21

TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................23

INSTALLATION NOTES

Date of purchase: _________________________________

Date of installation: _______________________________

Installer: ________________________________________

Model number: ___________________________________

Serial number: ___________________________________

Date d’achat : _____________________________________

Date d’installation : ________________________________

Installateur : ______________________________________

Numéro de modèle : ________________________________

Numéro de série : __________________________________

NOTES CONCERNANT L’INSTALLATION

Table des matières

SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ................................................. 24

EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION ................................................ 26

Outillage et pièces ............................................................ 26

Exigences d’emplacement ............................................... 27

RACCORDEMENT DE LA SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE –

CANADA SEULEMENT ............................................................. 29

Spécications électriques ................................................ 29

RACCORDEMENT D’UNE SÉCHEUSE À GAZ ....................... 30

Spécications électriques ................................................ 30

Spécications de l’alimentation en gaz .......................... 30

INSTALLATION DES PIEDS DE NIVELLEMENT ..................... 32

RACCORDEMENT AU GAZ ...................................................... 32

ÉVACUATION ............................................................................ 33

Exigences concernant l’évacuation ................................ 33

Planication du système d’évacuation ........................... 34

Trousses d’évacuation ...................................................... 35

INSTALLATION DU CIRCUIT D’ÉVACUATION ........................ 36

RACCORDEMENT DU CONDUIT D’ÉVACUATION ................ 36

RÉGLAGE DE L’APLOMB DE LA SÉCHEUSE......................... 37

ACHEVER L’INSTALLATION – LISTE DE VÉRIFICATION ....... 37

INVERSION DU SENS DE L’OUVERTURE

DE LA PORTE

(FACULTATIF)

.................................................... 38

DÉPANNAGE ............................................................................. 40

Gas and Electric Dryer Installation Instructions

29" Wide Models

Instructions d’installation de la sécheuse à gaz et électrique

Modèles de largeur 29"

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DRYER SAFETY

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

Tools needed for all installations:

Level

Tape measure

Pliers

Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver

Adjustable wrench that

opens to 1" (25 mm) or

hex-head socket wrench

Tin snips (new vent

installations)

Caulking gun and

compound (for installing

new exhaust vent)

Vent clamps

1/4" nut driver or socket

wrench (recommended)

Utility knife

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Putty knife

Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts

are included.

Parts supplied (all models):

Tools needed for gas installations:

8" (203 mm) or 10"

(254 mm) pipe wrench

8" (203 mm) or 10"

(254 mm) adjustable wrench

(for gas connections)

Pipe-joint compound

resistant to LP gas

Leveling legs (4)

(Length and appearance of legs may vary according to model)

Wire Stripper (direct wire

installations)

If using a power supply cord:

Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with

clothes dryers. The kit should contain:

■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt

minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be

at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to

the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals

with upturned ends.

■ A UL listed strain relief.

Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer)

Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting.

See “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements”

before purchasing parts.

Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware

available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased

your dryer. For further information, please refer to the “Assistance

or Service” section in your “Use and Care Guide.”

Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer)

Refer to your “Use and Care Guide” for information about

accessories available for your dryer.

Location Requirements

You will need:

■ A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. See

“Venting Requirements.”

■ A separate 15 or 20-amp circuit needed for gas dryers and

30-amp circuit needed for electric dryers.

■ If you are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical

outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer.

See “Electrical Requirements.”

■ A sturdy oor to support dryer and a total weight (dryer

and load) of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a

companion appliance should also be considered.

■ For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (460 mm)

above oor.

IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it

will be exposed to water, weather, or at temperatures below

45°F (7°C). Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to shut

off at end of automatic sensor cycles, resulting in longer

drying times.

NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the

same closet as a dryer.

Installation clearances:

For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of

installation and servicing, spacing for companion appliances, and

clearances for walls, doors, and oor moldings. Space must be

large enough to allow door to fully open. Add spacing on all sides

of dryer to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door

is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are required.

Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,

installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or

sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.

Dryer Dimensions

NOTE: Minimum height of leveling legs should be 1/2" (13 mm),

or to match the height of the accompanying washer.

A. Wide opening side-swing door

B. Wide opening hamper door

/4"

(578 mm)

26"

(660 mm)

29"

(737 mm)

/2"

(1054 mm)

/2"

(13 mm)

29"

(737 mm)

/2"

(1054 mm)

(349 mm)

/2"

(13 mm)

26"

(660 mm)

Installation Spacing

Recommended/Minimum spacing

Back View

(368 mm)

/4"

(121 mm)

/4"

(235 mm)

/4"

(32 mm)

(368 mm)

/4"

(121 mm)

/4"

(235 mm)

/4"

(32 mm)

/4"

(768 mm)

(101 mm)

Mobile home – Additional installation

requirements

This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The

installation must conform to the Manufactured Home

Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280

(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction

and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or the Canadian

Manufactured Home Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.

■ Metal exhaust system hardware, available for purchase.

For further information, please reference the “Assistance

or Service” section of the “Use and Care Guide.”

■ Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to

introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening (such

as a nearby window) should be at least twice as large

as the dryer exhaust opening.

For gas dryers mobile home installations:

■ Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number

W10432680 is available to order. For further information,

see “Assistance or Service” section in your “Use and

Care Guide.”

Installation spacing for recessed area

or closet

The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed.

■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of

installation and servicing.

■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door,

and oor moldings.

■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer

is recommended to reduce noise transfer.

■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation

openings in the top and bottom of the door are required.

Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are

acceptable.

■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

3"/3"

(76 mm/76 mm)

3"/3"

(76 mm/76 mm)

24 in.

/24 in.

(155 cm

155 cm

)

48 in.

/48 in.

(310 cm

310 cm

)

18"/18"

(457 mm/

457 mm)

1"/1"

(25 mm/

25 mm)

1"/0"

(25 mm/0 mm)

/2"/0"

(140 mm/0 mm)

14" max.

(356 mm)

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS –

U.S.A. ONLY (SPÉCIFICATIONS

ÉLECTRIQUES – ÉTATS-UNIS

SEULEMENT)

Electrical Requirements

It is your responsibility:

■ To contact a qualied electrical installer.

■ To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in

conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA

70 - latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.

The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power

supply connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits

involved in remodeling after 1996, and all mobile home

installations.

A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch

Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

■ To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240

volt, 60 Hz, AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208

volt electrical supply, if specied on the serial/rating plate)

on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the

line. Connect to an individual branch circuit. Do not have

a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit.

■ Do not use an extension cord.

■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is

recommended that a qualied electrician determine that

the ground path is adequate.

Electrical Connection

To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of

electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions

provided for it here.

■ This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire

electrical supply connection. The neutral ground conductor

is permanently connected to the neutral conductor (white

wire) within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire

electrical supply connection, the neutral ground conductor

must be removed from the external ground connector (green

screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or

white wire) of the terminal block. When the neutral ground

conductor is secured under the neutral terminal (center

or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is

isolated from the neutral conductor.

■ If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral

ground wire to the neutral wire, see “Optional 3-wire

connection” section.

■ A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the

appliance is installed in a location where grounding through

the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the

neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations,

(2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas

where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral

conductors.

4-wire

receptacle

(14-30R)

If your outlet looks like this:

Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with

ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain

relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least

4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have 4 10-gauge solid

copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of

NEMA Type 14-30 R. The ground wire (ground

conductor) may be either green or bare. The

neutral conductor must be identied by a

white cover.

3-wire

receptacle

(10-30R)

If your outlet looks like this:

Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with

ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain

relief. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least

4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have 3 10-gauge solid

copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle

of NEMA Type 10-30R.

If connecting by direct wire:

Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire)

and be:

■ Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper

cable (with ground wire), covered with exible metallic

conduit. All current-carrying wires must be insulated.

■ 10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use aluminum) at least

5 ft. (1.52 m) long.

If using a power supply cord:

Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with

clothes dryers. The kit should contain:

■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt

minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be

at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to

the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals

with upturned ends.

■ A UL listed strain relief.

4-wire receptacle

(14-30R)

ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP –

CANADA ONLY

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

It is your responsibility:

■ To contact a qualied electrical installer.

■ To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in

conformance with Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1-latest

edition and all local codes. A copy of above codes standard

may be obtained from: Canadian Standards Association,

178 Rexdale Blvd., Toronto, ON M9W 1R3 CANADA.

■ To supply the required 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt,

60 Hz, AC only electrical supply on a separate 30-amp

circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse

or circuit breaker is recommended. Connect to an individual

branch circuit.

■ This dryer is equipped with a CSA

International Certied Power Cord

intended to be plugged into a standard

14-30R wall receptacle. The cord is

5 ft. (1.52 m) long. Be sure wall receptacle

is within reach of dryer’s nal location.

If using a replacement power supply cord, it is recommended

that you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number

9831317.

For further information, please reference service numbers located

in “Assistance or Service” section of your Use and Care Guide.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■

For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:

This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or

breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock

by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.

This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipment-

grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must

be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly

installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes

and ordinances.

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-

grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualied electrician or service representative

or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is

properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with

the dryer: if it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet

installed by a qualied electrician.

GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP –

U.S.A. AND CANADA

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

■ 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical

supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is

recommended. It is also recommended that a separate

circuit serving only this dryer be provided.

Gas Supply Requirements

Gas type

Natural gas:

This dryer is equipped for use with Natural Gas. It is design-

certied by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases

with appropriate conversion.

■ Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas

in your home. Burner information is located on the rating

plate in the door well of your dryer. If this information does

not agree with the type of gas available, please reference the

“Assistance or Service” section of the Use and Care Guide.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■

For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:

This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or

breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock

by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.

This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipment-

grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must

be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly

installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes

and ordinances.

WARNING:

Improper connection of the equipment-

grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualied electrician or service representative

or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is

properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with

the dryer: if it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet

installed by a qualied electrician.

LP Gas Conversion:

IMPORTANT: Conversion must be made by a qualied

technician.

No attempt shall be made to convert the dryer from the gas

specied on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different

gas without consulting your gas company.

IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes,

or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas

Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and

Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.

GAS SUPPLY LINE

Option 1 (Recommended Method)

Flexible stainless steel gas connector:

■ If local codes permit, use a new exible stainless steel gas

connector (Design Certied by the American Gas Association

or CSA International) to connect your dryer to the rigid

gas supply line. Use an elbow and a 3/8" are x 3/8" NPT

adapter tting between the stainless steel gas connector and

the dryer gas pipe, as needed, to prevent kinking.

Option 2 (Alternate Method)

Approved aluminum or copper tubing

■ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible

for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas

connection to the dryer.

■ 1/2" IPS pipe is recommended.

■ 3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable

for lengths under 20 ft. (6.1 m) if local codes and gas

supplier permit.

■ If you are using Natural gas, do not use copper tubing.

■ Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and

a different size adapter tting.

■ If your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, 3/8” LP

compatible copper tubing can be used. If the total length

of the supply line is more than 20 ft. (6.1 m), use larger pipe.

NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of LP

gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON

®†

tape.

■ Must include shut-off valve

In the U.S.A.:

An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed within

six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National

Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The location should be easy

to reach for opening and closing.

In Canada:

An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed in

accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane

Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual

manual shutoff valve be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m)

of the dryer. The location should be easy to reach for

opening and closing.

†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of Chemours.

Dryer gas pipe

■ The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer

has a 3/8" male pipe thread.

/4"

(235 mm)

/4"

(32 mm)

3/8" NPT dryer gas pipe

GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS

■ Use an elbow and a 3/8"  are x 3/8" NPT adapter  tting

between the  exible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe,

as needed, to avoid kinking.

■ Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use TEFLON

tape.

■ This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a

listed  exible gas connector that complies with the standard

for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10.

BURNER INPUT REQUIREMENTS

Elevations above 2,000 ft. (610 m):

■ When installed above 2,000 ft. (610 m), a 4% reduction of the

burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate is

required for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in elevation.

Gas supply pressure testing

■ The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping

system during pressure testing at pressures greater than

1/2 psi.

A. 3/8"  exible gas connector

B. 3/8" pipe to  are adapter  tting

C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping

D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line

E. Gas shutoff valve

INSTALL LEVELING LEGS

Screw in leveling legs

Using a wrench and tape measure, screw leveling legs into

leg holes until bottom of foot is approximately 1/2" (13 mm)

from bottom of dryer (so that the dryer height matches that

of the accompanying washer).

Now stand the dryer on its feet. Slide the dryer until it is

close to its  nal location. Leave enough room to connect

the exhaust vent.

For mobile home use

Gas dryers must be securely fastened to the  oor.

Mobile home installations require a Mobile

Home Installation Hold-down Kit. For

ordering information, please reference

the “Use and Care Guide.”

Prepare dryer for leveling legs

To avoid damaging  oor, use a large,  at piece of cardboard

from dryer carton; place under entire back edge of dryer.

Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay

dryer down on cardboard.

MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION – U.S.A. ONLY (EFFECTUER LE

RACCORDEMENT ÉLECTRIQUE – ÉTATS-UNIS SEULEMENT)

Power Supply Cord

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION OPTIONS

1. Choose electrical connection type

Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle

(NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to steps 1-2

on page 12 for power supply cord strain

relief; then steps 3-6 for 4-wire Power

Supply Cord Connection section. Then,

go to Venting Requirements.

3-wire direct connection: Go to steps

1-2 on page 13 for direct wire strain relief;

then steps 3-7 for 3-wire Direct Wire

Connection section. Then go to Venting

Requirements.

4-wire direct connection: Go to steps

1-2 on page 13 for direct wire strain relief;

then steps 3-8 for 4-wire Direct Wire

Connection section. Then go to Venting

Requirements.

Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle

(NEMA Type 10-30R): Go to steps 1-2

on page 12 for power supply cord strain

relief; then steps 3-5 for 3-wire Power

Supply Cord Connection section. Then

go to Venting Requirements.

NOTE: If local codes do not permit connection of a

cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire, go to “Optional

3-wire Connection” section. This connection may be

used with either a power supply cord or a direct wire

connection.

Direct Wire

CCE F

2. Remove terminal block cover

Before you start, disconnect power. Remove hold-down

screw (D) and terminal block cover (A).

A. Terminal block cover

B. External ground conductor screw

C. Center terminal block screw

D. Hold-down screw

E. Neutral ground wire

F. Hole below terminal block cover

Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that

the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the

strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight  t with the

dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further

tighten strain relief screws at this point.

For 3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection,

continue to step 3 on page 13.

For 4-wire Power Supply Cord Connection,

continue to step 3 on this page.

Attach power supply cord

to strain relief

Attach power supply cord

strain relief

Remove the screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief

(UL marking on strain relief). Put the tabs of the two clamp

sections (C) into the hole (B) below the terminal block opening

so that one tab is pointing up (A) and the other is pointing

down (D), and hold in place. Tighten strain relief screws just

enough to hold the two clamp sections (C) together.

Power supply cord strain relief

POWER SUPPLY CORD CONNECTION

4-wire Power Supply Cord Connection

Remove center terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral

ground wire (E) from external ground conductor screw (A).

Prepare to connect neutral

ground wire and neutral wire

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile

homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire

connections.

A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)

B. 4-prong plug

C. Ground prong

D. Neutral prong

E. Spade terminals with upturned ends

F. 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief

G. Ring terminals

Connect neutral ground wire

and neutral wire

Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or

center) (C) of power supply cord under center terminal block

screw (B). Tighten screw.

Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of power supply cord

to external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screw.

5. Connect ground wire

E. F.

3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection

Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground

conductor to neutral wire.

A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)

B. 3-wire plug

C. Neutral prong

D. Spade terminals with upturned ends

E. 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief

F. Ring terminals

G. Neutral (white or center wire)

Connect remaining wires

Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws.

Tighten screws. Finally, reinstall terminal block cover.

Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to Venting

Requirements.

Remove center terminal block screw (B).

3. Remove center screw

Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any

screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking

on strain relief). Put the threaded section of the strain relief

through the hole (B) below the terminal block opening.

Reaching inside the terminal block opening, screw the

removable conduit connector onto the strain relief threads (C).

1. Attach direct wire strain relief

Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain relief

should have a tight  t with the dryer cabinet and be in a

horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screws.

For 3-wire Direct Wire Connection, continue to step 3

on page 15.

For 4-wire Direct Wire Connection, continue to step 3

on the next page.

2. Attach direct wire cable

to strain relief

Direct wire strain relief

4. Connect neutral wire

Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of power supply cord

to center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw.

5. Connect remaining wires

Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws.

Tighten screws. Finally, reinstall terminal block cover.

Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to Venting

Requirements.

DIRECT WIRE CONNECTION

4-wire Direct Wire Connection

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes

and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections.

Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so

dryer may be moved if needed.

Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving

bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Cut 1

" (38 mm) from

remaining 3 wires. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Shape

ends of wires into hooks.

(25 mm)

⁄

(89 mm)

(127 mm)

3. Prepare your 4-wire cable

for direct connection

To connect wires to terminal block, place hooked end of

wire under terminal block screw, facing to the right, squeeze

hooked end together, and tighten screw.

4. Connect wires to terminal block

5. Prepare to connect neutral

ground wire and neutral wire

Remove center terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral

ground wire (E) from external ground conductor screw (A).

7. Connect ground wire

Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of direct wire cable

to external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screw.

E C

6. Connect neutral ground wire

and neutral wire

Connect neutral ground wire (E) and place hooked end (hook

facing right) of neutral wire (white/center wire) (C) of direct

wire cable under center screw of terminal block (B). Squeeze

hooked ends together and tighten screw.

Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under

outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze

hooked ends together and tighten screws. Finally, reinstall

terminal block cover. Now, go to Venting Requirements.

8. Connect remaining wires

3-wire Direct Wire Connection

Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground

conductor to neutral wire.

5. Remove center screw

Remove center terminal block screw (B).

Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so

dryer may be moved if needed.

Strip 3

" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of cable. Strip

insulation back 1" (25 mm). If using 3-wire cable with ground

wire, cut bare wire even with outer covering. Shape wire ends

into hooks.

(25 mm)

3½"

(89 mm)

3. Prepare your 3-wire cable

for direct connection

To connect wires to terminal block, place hooked end of wire

under terminal block screw, facing to the right, squeeze

hooked end together, and tighten screw.

4. Connect wires to terminal block

1. Prepare to connect neutral

ground wire and neutral wire

Remove center terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral

ground wire (E) from external ground conductor screw (A).

Optional 3-wire Connection

You must verify with a quali ed electrician that this grounding

method is acceptable before connecting.

Connect remaining wires

Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires

under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right).

Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Finally,

reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear

panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to

Venting Requirements.

Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (C) of direct

wire cable under center terminal block screw (B). Squeeze

hooked end together. Tighten screw.

6. Connect neutral wire

Connect neutral ground wire

and neutral wire

Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or

center wire) (C) of power supply cord or cable under center

terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw.

Connect remaining wires

Place hooked ends of remaining wires under outer terminal

block screws (hooks facing right). Tighten screws.

Connect external ground wire

Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from the external

ground conductor screw (A) to an adequate ground. Finally,

reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear

panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to

Venting Requirements.

2. Plan pipe  tting connection

A combination of pipe  ttings must be used to connect dryer

to existing gas line. A recommended connection is shown.

Your connection may be different, according to supply line

type, size, and location.

A. 3/8"  exible gas connector

B. 3/8" dryer pipe

C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow

D. 3/8" pipe-to- are adapter  tting

Open shut-off valve in supply line; valve is open when handle

is parallel to gas pipe. Then, test all connections by brushing

on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution.

Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any leaks found.

1. Connect gas supply to dryer

Remove red cap from gas pipe. Using a wrench to tighten,

connect gas supply to dryer. Use pipe-joint compound

on threads of all non- ared male  ttings. If  exible metal

tubing is used, be sure there are no kinks.

NOTE: For LP gas connections, you must use pipe-joint

compound resistant to action of LP gas. Do not use

TEFLON

tape.

MAKE GAS CONNECTION

Closed valve

Open valve

3. Open shut-off valve

Non- ared

male  tting

Flared

male  tting

VENTING

Venting Requirements

(102 mm)

4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent

WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, this dryer MUST BE

EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,

chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space

of a building. Only rigid or exible metal vent shall be used for

exhausting.

■ Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps

may be used.

■ Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.

Rigid metal vent:

■ Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid

crushing and kinking.

Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean)

■ Must be fully extended and supported in nal dryer location.

■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result

in reduced airow and poor performance.

■ Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or oors.

■ The total length should not exceed 7

ft. (2.4 m).

NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire

length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged

with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal

or exible metal vents. Review “Vent System Chart” and, if

necessary, modify existing vent system to achieve best drying

performance.

Exhaust hoods:

■ Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object

that may obstruct exhaust (such as owers, rocks, bushes,

or snow).

Elbows:

■ 45° elbows provide better airow than 90° elbows.

Clamps:

■ Use clamps to seal all joints.

■ Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws

or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct

and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.

See “Venting Kits” for more information.

Recommended Styles:

Acceptable Style:

Louvered hood Box hood

Angled hood

Good

Better

Plan Vent System

Recommended exhaust installations

Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.

Other installations are possible.

A. Dryer

B. Elbow

C. Wall

D. Exhaust hood

E. Clamps

F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent

G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows

H. Exhaust outlet

Standard rear offset exhaust installation

Alternate installations for close clearances

Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best

for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown.

Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Over-The-Top installation

(also available with one offset elbow)

Periscope installation

NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate

installations are available for purchase.

Venting Kits

For more information, call 1-866-698-2538,

or visit us at www.applianceaccessories.com.

In Canada, call 1-800-688-2002

or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca.

Part Number Descriptions

8171587RP 0"-5" Metal vent periscope

4396037RP 0"-18" Metal vent periscope

4396011RP 18"-29" Metal vent periscope

4396014 29"-50" Metal vent periscope

4392892 In-Wall metal DuraVent™ Periscope

4396028 Sure Connect™ venting kit

(over-the-top installation)

4396009RP 5' Universal connect vent, exible dryer venting

4396010RP 6' SecureConnect™ vent, exible dryer venting

4396013RB Dryer vent installer’s kit

4396033RP 5' exible dryer venting with clamps

4396727RP 8' exible dryer venting with clamps

4396004 Dryer offset elbow

4396005 Wall offset elbow

4396006RW DuraSafe™ close elbow

4396007RW Through-the-wall vent cap

4396008RP 4" steel dryer venting clamps - 2 pack

8212662 Flush mounting louvered vent hood 4"

Special provisions for mobile home

installations:

The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible

portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate

beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside.

Determine vent path:

■ Select route that will provide straightest and most direct path

outdoors.

■ Plan installation to use fewest number of elbows and turns.

■ When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room

as possible.

■ Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.

■ Use as few 90° turns as possible.

Determine vent length and elbows needed

for best drying performance:

■ Use following “Vent System Chart” to determine type of vent

material and hood combinations acceptable to use.

NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those speci ed

in “Vent System Chart.” Exhaust systems longer than those

speci ed will:

■ Shorten life of dryer.

■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and

increased energy usage.

The “Vent System Chart” provides venting requirements that

will help achieve best drying performance.

Number of

90° turns

or elbows

Type

of vent

Box/louvered

hoods

Angled

hoods

0 Rigid metal 64 ft. (20 m) 58 ft. (17.7 m)

1 Rigid metal 54 ft. (16.5 m) 48 ft. (14.6 m)

2 Rigid metal 44 ft. (13.4 m) 38 ft. (11.6 m)

3 Rigid metal 35 ft. (10.7 m) 29 ft. (8.8 m)

4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) 21 ft. (6.4 m)

Vent System Chart

INSTALL VENT SYSTEM

12" min.

(305 mm)

12" min.

(305 mm)

Install exhaust hood

Install exhaust hood and use caulking compound to seal

exterior wall opening around exhaust hood.

Connect vent to exhaust hood

Vent must  t over the exhaust hood. Secure vent to exhaust

hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Run vent to dryer location

using straightest path possible. Avoid 90° turns. Use clamps

to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws, or other

fastening devices that extend into interior of vent to secure

vent, because they can catch lint.

Number of

90° turns

or elbows

Type

of vent

Box/louvered

or angled hoods

0 Rigid metal 160 ft. (48.8 m)

1 Rigid metal 150 ft. (45.7 m)

2 Rigid metal 140 ft. (42.7 m)

3 Rigid metal 130 ft. (39.6 m)

4 Rigid metal 120 ft. (36.6 m)

5 Rigid metal 110 ft. (33.5 m)

Vent System Chart

(29" Wide Long Vent WED/WGD4985

and WED/WGD4995 Models Only)

CONNECT VENT

1. Connect vent to exhaust outlet

2. Move dryer to  nal location

Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet

in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure vent is

clean. Dryer vent must  t over dryer exhaust outlet and inside

exhaust hood. Check that vent is secured to exhaust hood

with a 4" (102 mm) clamp.

Move dryer to  nal location. Avoid crushing or kinking vent.

LEVEL DRYER

1. Level dryer

Not Level LEVEL Not Level

Check levelness of dryer from side to side. Repeat from

front to back.

NOTE: The dryer must be level for the moisture sensing system

to operate correctly.

2. Tighten and adjust leveling legs

If dryer is not level or the same height as the washer, prop up

using a wood block. Use wrench to adjust legs up or down,

and check again for levelness. Once legs are level, make sure

all four legs are snug against the  oor before tightening them.

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